Microsoft has warned that versions of Internet Explorer can expose consumers' personal data contained within cookies.
Microsoft says a security flaw in a component that certifies the authenticity of a Web site or of software code could leave user passwords and credit card numbers open to theft.
A serious security flaw in Microsoft's Passport service put users' accounts, including their personal information and credit card numbers, at risk of being hijacked.
A new Trojan horse making the rounds has been installing itself as a Firefox extension, according to security company McAfee.
Security researchers on Monday warned of a vulnerability in Internet Explorer 7 that could allow malicious attackers to alter content in a legitimate Web site's pop-up window.
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When Microsoft patched a security hole in Internet Explorer this week, it also blocked users from accessing certain Web sites.
This browser is built on the Internet Explorer engine yet includes built-in features Microsoft does not provide.
McAfee Internet Security 2009 does a reasonable job, but it also leaves room for improvement.
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